Job Description

Finance Manager (UK-Based Client)

Location:

Hybrid (Durban Office | 3/2 Split)

Company:

RemoteCA

Job Type:

Full-time, Hybrid

About the Role

We're hiring a

Finance Manager

to support the UK operations of a leading manufacturing client. The role is ideal for a recently qualified Chartered Accountant with

1-3 years post-articles experience

, preferably including some

UK exposure

(6-12 months) and

experience or audit exposure within manufacturing

.

You'll oversee key financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, cost efficiency, and compliance across international entities. This position offers a chance to work closely with UK-based leadership while being part of a high-performance team in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control:

Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses to ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting.

Manufacturing Finance:

Support product costing, margin analysis, and cost allocation processes to enhance profitability and operational performance.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

Partner with regional finance leads to prepare budgets, rolling forecasts, and strategic financial plans.

Audit & Compliance:

Maintain audit readiness and ensure compliance with IFRS and UK reporting standards.

Process Improvement:

Identify and implement process enhancements within financial reporting, reconciliation, and control frameworks.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to align financial goals with production performance.

Inventory & Capex Management:

Manage stock reconciliations, fixed assets, and capital expenditure tracking.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

CA(SA) or equivalent qualification.

Experience:

1-3 years post-articles experience, ideally with 6-12 months UK exposure.

Industry Exposure:

Manufacturing or production experience (either direct or through audit engagements).

Technical Skills:

Advanced Excel and strong analytical ability. ERP and financial reporting system experience (SAP, NetSuite, or similar). Strong understanding of cost structures, inventory management, and margin analysis.

Soft Skills:

Confident communicator with strong attention to detail. Ability to work effectively across time zones and remote teams. Proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation:

Market-aligned salary with performance-based incentives.

Career Growth:

Exposure to international operations and mentorship within a global finance team.

Flexibility:

Hybrid model with a supportive, people-first culture.

Global Experience:

Work with UK-based executives and expand your cross-border finance expertise.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R60000,00 - R75000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

What is your current/most recent monthly CTC? Please insert a link to your Linkedin profile (if available) At which audit firm did you complete your traineeship? What is your notice period/availability?
Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) post-articles: 1 year (Required) UK: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:

CA(SA) (Required)
Work Location: In person